Cheap flights from Durango (DRO) to Chicago (CHI) from $391

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
DRO — CHI
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Durango La Plata County to Chicago are usually found in February or May, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Durango (DRO) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best DRO to CHI flight in 2023: compare Durango to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$728

Round-trip from

$207
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 32% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From Durango La Plata County to Chicago (CHI)

DRO - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Durango to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Durango to Chicago on a Wednesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Durango to Chicago?

Find a great deal and save up to 3% by booking at least 14 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Durango to Chicago within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $630.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durango to Chicago?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Chicago from Durango average $638. You can even find prices in February for less than $638, as users have found deals to Chicago from as low as $369. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chicago from Durango. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 31%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durango to Chicago (DRO - CHI)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Durango to Chicago by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Durango to Chicago

Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from Durango to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Durango to Chicago

Some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Durango to Chicago. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.

Cheap Durango to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for DRO to CHI flights for September, October
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Durango to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Durango found for this year
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Budget

$391 - $689

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Sat 10/14

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/20

1 stop6h 13m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Fri 12/15

1 stop20h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/2

1 stop23h 44m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Fri 11/17

1 stop18h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/20

1 stop13h 57m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Fri 12/15

1 stop20h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/2

2 stops23h 54m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Fri 11/17

2 stops16h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/20

1 stop13h 57m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Sat 10/14

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/20

2 stops12h 35m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Tue 12/26

1 stop6h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/30

1 stop6h 01m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Tue 12/26

2 stops14h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/30

1 stop14h 25m

Durango La Plata CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DRO - ORD

DROORD

Durango La Plata County

Sat 10/14

2 stops7h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/20

2 stops10h 50m

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durango to Chicago, such as American Airlines and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I will try not to ever fly United. They are not honest. Missed the connection in Chicago. United flight was approx. 3 hours late. United did not help for re- booking. Turkish airlines were very helpful.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I will try not to ever fly United. They are not honest. Missed the connection in Chicago. United flight was approx. 3 hours late. United did not help for re- booking. Turkish airlines were very helpful.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I will try not to ever fly United. They are not honest. Missed the connection in Chicago. United flight was approx. 3 hours late. United did not help for re- booking. Turkish airlines were very helpful.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Durango to Chicago flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Durango to Chicago?

Most people fly from Durango La Plata County (DRO) if they book a flight from Durango to Chicago. On average, La Plata County has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Durango La Plata County is conveniently located just 11.0 mi from Durango’s city center.

Can I find flights from Durango to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Durango to Chicago for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $391, but on average you can expect to pay $692.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durango to Chicago round-trip?

American Airlines, at $391, was found to be the cheapest airline from Durango to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. American Airlines is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What does DRO to ORD mean?

DRO stands for Durango La Plata County Airport, while ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Alternative routes for Durango to Chicago

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Top 2 airlines flying from Durango to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Durango to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$435Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$457Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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